
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Manhattan Beach Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA from $500 (45 Rentals)
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1760 Ruhland Ave

1813 11th St, Unit 2

1643 Artesia Blvd

1436 12th St

Windsor House

1511 Artesia Blvd

1200 Manhattan Beach Blvd

Manhattan Beach Artesia
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1826-1828 12th St

2112 Warfield Ave

1415 Bonnie Brae St, Unit C

2000 Carnegie Ln, Unit B

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2008 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Unit C

2120 Vanderbilt Ln

2700, 2704 Aviation Blvd.

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2219 Ruhland Ave

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1739 Monterey Blvd, Unit Hermosa Beach Studio

1815 Clark Ln

1928 Gates Ave

Marina Bay Club

1915 Ruhland Ave

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1915 Voorhees Ave, Unit 4

2121 Dufour Ave
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2404 Mathews Ave

1831 Grant Ave

2200 Grant Ave

Ocean Air

Rockefeller Apartments

1900 Rockefeller Ln

The Mosaic Apartments

2604-2606 Aviation Blvd

The Palms
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Gates Apartments

2215 Nelson Ave.

2115 Grant Ave

2115 Mathews Ave

2308 Clark Ln

Spud

Nelson Ave Apartments

1731 Pacific Coast Hwy

1907 Grant Ave
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East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Manhattan Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Manhattan Beach Studio Apartments | $2,387 | $2,125 | $2,750 |
| East Manhattan Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,649 | $2,350 | $3,400 |
| East Manhattan Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,870 | $2,350 | $7,500 |
| East Manhattan Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,685 | $3,675 | $3,695 |
| East Manhattan Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Manhattan Beach Neighborhood of Manhattan Beach, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Manhattan Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Manhattan Beach area of Los Angeles, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 2120 Vanderbilt Ln priced from $2,350. 1900 Rockefeller Ln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,390. Here are the most affordable East Manhattan Beach apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2120 Vanderbilt Ln | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| 1900 Rockefeller Ln | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,390 |
| 2700, 2704 Aviation Blvd. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| The Eagle Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
| Spud | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Marina Bay Club | Marinabay-2bd/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Manhattan Beach, CA
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Manhattan Beach area is the $3.32 price per square foot 1831 Rockefeller Ln Model at 1831 Rockefeller Ln, Unit # 3 in the in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value East Manhattan Beach apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at CitiZen Beach Collection on Manhattan starting at $3,595 with a $3.73 price per square foot in the North Redondo Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Manhattan Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1831 Rockefeller Ln, Unit # 3 | 1831 Rockefeller Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.32 |
| CitiZen Beach Collection on Manhattan | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.73 |
| 2104 Huntington Ln, Unit C | 2104 Huntington Ln | 3BR,2BA | $3.87 |
| 620 Longfellow Ave, Unit front | 620 Longfellow Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 1915 Voorhees Ave, Unit 4 | 1915 Voorhees Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.63 |
| 1915 Ruhland Ave | 1915 Ruhland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| 2120 Vanderbilt Ln | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 2700, 2704 Aviation Blvd. | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Spud | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| 1900 Rockefeller Ln | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
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Best Local Schools in East Manhattan Beach, Manhattan Beach, CA
Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary
Mira Costa High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Manhattan Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Manhattan Beach?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Manhattan Beach is at The Eagle Apartments listed at $2,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Manhattan Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Manhattan Beach Apartment is $2,390 at 1900 Rockefeller Ln.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Manhattan Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Manhattan Beach is starting from $2,350 at 2120 Vanderbilt Ln.
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